Synonyms for

Sketches

Verb / ˈsketʃʌz / / ˈsketʃɪz / Another word for sketches — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

A rough drawing or outline that shows the main features of something.

Synonyms & similar words

resume outline study adumbrate vignette sketch cartoon chalkout survey drawings outlines doodles designs plans blueprints roughs drafts studies layouts models diagrams charts maps schematics illustrations portraits paintings caricatures cartoons

Synonyms by register

Formal

outlines drafts preliminary drawings rough versions

Informal

doodles scribbles quick drawings roughs

Literary

imprints impressions foreshadowings

Antonyms

completions finalities masterpieces realizations finished works

Common collocations

  • quick sketches
  • rough sketches
  • detailed sketches
  • pencil sketches
  • charcoal sketches
  • artist's sketches
  • preliminary sketches

Word family

noun sketch
verb sketch
adjective sketchy

Usage note

Sketches often imply preliminary or incomplete works, used for planning or capturing initial ideas. The adjective 'sketchy' can sometimes carry a negative connotation of being incomplete or unreliable.

Example sentences

  1. She made some sketches before starting the painting.
  2. The architect drew some sketches of the building.
  3. I like to sketch animals in my notebook.
  4. The artist showed us his sketches for the upcoming exhibition.
  5. He made some sketches of the landscape before painting it.

Quotes

  • "I have always considered myself more of a European artist than an American artist, and my interest in the larger world and world affairs has been part of my work. I am an artist who sketches." - Sam Francis
  • "The most difficult thing for me is a portrait. You have to try and put your camera between the skin of a person and his shirt." - Henri Cartier-Bresson
  • "Painting is just another way of keeping a diary." - Pablo Picasso

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